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Begonia soli-mutata

Also Known As

  • Begonia 'Soli-Mutata'
  • Begonia gaziovii
  • Begonia solimutata
  • Rhizomatous Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Begonia soli-mutata plant details

Begonia soli-mutata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, chocolate and green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia soli-mutata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, chocolate and green
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, foliage plant, houseplant, puckered leaves, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia soli-mutata

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This striking plant native to Brazil displays dark green, heart-shaped leaves with thick lime-green veining and bright red edges. The leaves get darker with more sun exposure, thus the nickname Sun-Changing Begonia. Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. Beautiful accent plant for borders and containers, or grow as a houseplant! Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!
A mounding variety with rounded leaves that are textured and have a chocolate brown hue. Lacy white flowers. Filtered light.

Gardening facts about Begonia soli-mutata plant

How to Grow Begonia soli-mutata

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
    • chocolate
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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